Panthers Madden Franchise Simulation

[Dpantherman]

So what did we get in the Dallas trade??

(what the fug am I doing...)

edit: WHAT THE fug?!?!?

[Mvp2014]

ALL 32 TEAMS?? I'm too lazy to control 2 teams. Why does Godfrey suck? do you not have the updated rosters?

[SOJA]

I'm confused

[Catalyst]

Do you copy paste all this stuff or hand type it????

Type it myself.

ALL 32 TEAMS?? I'm too lazy to control 2 teams. Why does Godfrey suck? do you not have the updated rosters?

I re-edited every team's roster before I started the franchise. As I said, I tend to use conservative ratings; there are very few 85+ players; only the really good players. I felt 79 was a good rating for Godfrey based on the system I was using.

So what did we get in the Dallas trade??

(what the fug am I doing...)

edit: WHAT THE fug?!?!?

3rd & 5th round picks to move down from 10 to 18. I listed all the draft-day trades below the results.

that was cool. nice work

I'd take Hosley at that 2nd round pick though

Considered it, but went straight BPA. TE is far from a huge need, but Allen was by far the highest rated player regardless of position so I took him.

I'm confused

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[Catalyst]

POST-CAMP VETERAN CUTS:

- Browns release OT Tony Pashos

- Browns release CB Sheldon Brown

- Buccaneers release DT Albert Haynesworth

- Chargers release LB Takeo Spikes

- Chiefs release OG Ryan Lilja

- Colts release DT Dan Muir

- Jaguars release P Nick Harris

- Patriots release DT Ron Brace

- Patriots release FS Gerald Sensabaugh

- Titans release DT Shaun Smith

POST-DRAFT/CAMP FREE AGENCY:

- Bears sign RB Knowshon Moreno (1 year)

- Bears sign QB Chandler Harnish (UDFA, Northern Illinois)

- Bears sign WR A.J. Jenkins (UDFA, Illinois)

- Bills sign OLB Chris Kelsay (1 year)

- Broncos sign RB Tauren Poole (UDFA, Tennessee)

- Buccaneers sign K Blair Walsh (UDFA, UGA)

- Cardinals sign OG Richie Incognito (1 year)

- Chargers sign QB Jacory Harris (UDFA, Miami)

- Chargers sign DE Jovan Haye (1 year)

- Chiefs sign C Thomas Byrd (UDFA, Boise State)

- Colts sign MLB Gary Brackett (1 year)

- Colts sign MLB Stewart Bradley (1 year)

- Cowboys sign ILB Jameel McClain (2 years)R

- Dolphins sign QB John Brantley (UDFA, Florida)

- Dolphins sign OG Deuce Lutui (1 year)

- Dolphins sign DT Ron Brace (2 years)

- Dolphins sign OLB Clark Haggans (2 years)

- Falcons sign WR Earl Bennett (1 year)

- Falcons sign QB Austin Davis (UDFA, Southern Miss)

- Falcons sign OT Tony Pashos (1 year)

- Giants sign FS Matt Daniels (UDFA, Duke)

- Giants sign CB Jonathan Wilhite (2 years)

- Jaguars sign P Daniel Sepulveda (1 year)

- Jaguars sign QB Jarrett Lee (UDFA, LSU)

- Jets sign QB G.J. Kinne (UDFA, Tulsa)

- Lions sign K Danny Hrapmann (UDFA, Southern Miss.)

- Lions sign FB Korey Hall (1 year)

- Packers sign QB Brady Quinn (2 years)

- Panthers re-sign QB Derek Anderson (2 years)

- Panthers sign QB E.J. Manuel (UDFA, Florida State)

- Raiders sign WR Deon Butler (2 years)

- Raiders sign OT Max Starks (1 year)

- Raiders sign OG Chilo Rachal (2 years)

- Raiders sign LB Kirk Morrison (1 year)

- Rams sign DT Albert Haynesworth (2 years)

- Rams sign TE Anthony Fasano (2 years)

- Rams sign MLB Chris Galippo (UDFA, USC)

- Saints sign WR Greg Camarillo (2 years)

- Saints sign C Matt Birk (2 years)

- Seahawks sign OLB Jonathan Goff (2 years)

- Seahawks sign RB Lance Dunbar (UDFA, North Texas)

- Steelers sign C David Molk (UDFA, Michigan)

- Texans sign RB Justin Forsett (1 year)

- Titans sign DE Juqua Parker (1 year)

- Titans sign MLB Takeo Spikes (1 year)

- Vikings sign TE Dante Rosario (2 years)

- Vikings sign FS Gerald Sensabaugh (2 years)

POST-DRAFT/CAMP TRADES:

- Bengals trade OLB Keith Rivers to Rams for 5th round pick

- Lions trade LT Jeff Backus to Falcons for 6th round pick

CONTRACT EXTENSIONS:

- Lions sign WR Calvin Johnson to 6-year extension worth $51.3 million ($31.5 million guaranteed)

- Jaguars sign RB Maurice Jones-Drew to 4-year extension worth $38.5 million ($20.5 million guaranteed)

- Panthers sign RB Jonathan Stewart to 4-year extension worth $36.8 million ($18 million guaranteed)

- Packers sign WR Greg Jennings to 6-year extension worth $48.7 million ($29 million guaranteed)

- Titans sign K Rob Bironas to 4-year extension worth $14.6 million ($6.5 million guaranteed)

- Eagles sign RB LeSean McCoy to 5-year extension worth $44.5 million ($21.5 million guaranteed)

- Patriots sign WR Wes Welker to 5-year extension worth $36.7 million ($17.5 million guaranteed)

- Raiders sign P Shane Lechler to 5-year extension worth $12.8 million ($6 million guaranteed)

- Ravens sign RB Ray Rice to 5-year extension worth $43.5 million ($23.5 million guaranteed)

- Bills sign RB Fred Jackson to 4-year extension worth $33.4 million ($21 million guaranteed)

- Jets sign CB Darrelle Revis to 7-year extension worth $97.4 million ($40.5 million guaranteed)

PRESEASON INJURIES:

Falcons OT Sam Baker - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Panthers QB Jimmy Clausen - OUT FOR SEASON (Broken Collarbone)

Cardinals C Lyle Sendlein - OUT FOR SEASON (Fractured Hip)

Colts MLB Pat Angerer - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Hamstring)

Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Bills OLB Courtney Upshaw - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Hamstring)

Broncos FS Brian Dawkins - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Pectoral Muscle)

Buccaneers OLB Geno Hayes - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Eagles OLB Jamar Chaney - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

49ers OLB Parys Haralson - OUT FOR SEASON (Broken Leg)

Rams WR Greg Salas - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Saints CB Dequan Menzie - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn PCL)

Steelers OG Doug Legursky - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Shoulder Labrum)

Steelers SS Troy Polamalu - 8 WEEKS (Partially Torn Bicep)

Raiders MLB Rolando McClain - 7 WEEKS (Dislocated hip)

49ers C Jonathan Goodwin - 6 WEEKS (Broken Hand)

Panthers WR Armanti Edwards - 3 WEEKS (Strained Hamstring)

Panthers OT Jeff Otah - 1 WEEK (Concussion)

Also, just for the hell of it I threw in these. Basically what the 'headlines' would be if this were happening in real life. It'll likely be a lot more informative once I get farther into the future.

LEAGUE STORYLINES 2012:

Panthers: Can Cam Newton avoid a sophomore slump?

Falcons: Michael Turner struggles in preseason: is he in decline?

Buccaneers: Can Bucs replace Ronde Barber in secondary?

Saints: Can re-vamped OL protect Brees?

49ers: Can Alex Smith hold off Colin Kaepernick in 2012?

Rams: Jeff Fisher takes over struggling team; can Sam Bradford rebound?

Cardinals: Ken Whisenhunt, Kevin Kolb on the hot seat.

Seahawks: Pete Carroll's future in Robert Griffin's hands.

Cowboys: The pressure is on to be more than average for Garrett, Romo.

Eagles: Can Andy Reid's squad rebound from disappointing "dream" season?

Redskins: Matt Barkley takes over from day one as starting QB.

Giants: Can Eli continue to play at elite level?

Packers: Rodgers, Pack try to bounce back from disappointing Super Bowl loss.

Bears: Will Forte contract dispute be a distraction for the team?

Lions: After playoff appearance, can Lions take the next step?

Vikings: Is Christian Ponder the real deal?

Patriots: Brady & co. look to defend fourth title.

Jets: Can the Jets win a Super Bowl with Mark Sanchez at QB?

Bills: Was 2011 a fluke or are Bills the real deal?

Dolphins: The Andrew Luck era begins.

Colts: Peyton Manning returns; rusty or ready to go?

Texans: With Manning back for Colts, can Texans repeat as division champs?

Jaguars: Perry Fewell takes over as head coach; is Gabbert the answer at QB?

Titans: Jake Locker takes over as starting QB.

Browns: Colt McCoy vs. Landry Jones for the starting job in Cleveland

Steelers: Can Steelers play well with Polamalu out until winter?

Ravens: Joe Flacco enters crucial contract year, must prove he can get the Ravens to the Super Bowl.

Bengals: Young & talented or overrated?

Raiders: Can Carson Palmer lead Raiders back to playoffs?

Chargers: One last shot for Norv Turner? Can Phillip Rivers rebound?

Chiefs: Todd Haley, Matt Cassel on the hot seat?

Broncos: The Golden Calf of Bristol on the trade block? Broncos sign Matt Flynn, draft Ryan Tannehill for future.

COACHING HOT SEAT:

Ken Whisenhunt: Hasn't had a winning season since Kurt Warner retired.

Norv Turner: Coming off worst season as Charger's head coach.

Todd Haley: Inconsistent Chiefs a reflection of their head coach?

GETTING WARMER:

Pete Carroll: Has yet to have a winning season, but arrival of rookie QB Robert Griffin buys him some time to develop.

Jim Caldwell: Peyton Manning returns, but if team continues to disappoint Caldwell's seat could quickly get hot.

John Fox: QB situation crucial to Fox's future in Denver, but John Elway won't want to admit his first major decision was a mistake so soon.

Mike Shanahan: Like Carroll, rookie QB (Barkley) likely buys him a couple years before playoffs are expected.

Andy Reid: Another year like last season and Reid's seat could be getting hot.

Jason Garrett: Jerry Jones doesn't like settling for average in big D.

Lovie Smith: Safe for now, but one down year could change that.

[Catalyst]

2012 CAROLINA PANTHERS ROSTER/DEPTH CHART:

OFFENSE:

QB: Cam Newton (88), Derek Anderson (68), E.J. Manuel (62)

RB: Jonathan Stewart (88) - DeAngelo Williams (85), Mike Goodson (73), Chris Rainey (70)

FB: Richie Brockel (68)

WR1: Steve Smith (95)

WR2: David Gettis (75)

WR3: Brandon LaFell (75)

WR: Kealoha Pilares (68), Armanti Edwards (68), Seyi Ajirotutu (65)

TE: Greg Olsen (85), Dwayne Allen (75), Ben Hartstock (65)

LT: Jordan Gross (93), Lee Ziemba (65)

LG: Travelle Wharton (85), Garry Williams (65)

OC: Ryan Kalil (94)

RG: Geoff Schwartz (73), Kevin Zeitler (68)

RT: Jeff Otah (83), Byron Bell (73)

DEFENSE:

LE: Charles Johnson (90), Eric Norwood (68)

DT: Ron Edwards (71) - Terrell McClain (71), Tydreke Powell (67)

DT: Sione Fua (71), Brandon McKinney (70)

RE: Greg Hardy (85), Antwan Applewhite (74), Vince Browne (67)

SLB: James Anderson (85), Jordan Senn (60)

MLB: Jon Beason (97), Sean Spence (67)

WLB: Thomas Davis (82), Zach Brown (77)

CB1: Chris Gamble (88)

CB2: Captain Munnerlyn (77)

CBN: Brandon Hogan (74)

CB: Darius Butler (74), R.J. Stanford (65), Josh Thomas (65)

FS: Sherrod Martin (74), Jordan Pugh (68)

SS: Charles Godfrey (79), Jon McGraw (67)

SPECIAL TEAMS:

K: Olindo Mare (85)

P: Kyle Martens (68)

LS: J.J. Jasen (51)

KR: Chris Rainey

PR: Chris Rainey

3DB: Jonathan Stewart

KOS: Olindo Mare

INJURED RESERVE:

QB Jimmy Clausen (71)

OG Zack Williams (63)

2012 PANTHERS SCHEDULE:

Week 1: Falcons

Week 2: @ Buccaneers

Week 3: @ Chiefs

Week 4: BYE

Week 5: Buccaneers

Week 6: @ Saints

Week 7: Eagles

Week 8: Saints

Week 9: @ Packers

Week 10: Cardinals

Week 11: @ Chargers

Week 12: @ Falcons

Week 13: Redskins

Week 14: Raiders

Week 15: Broncos

Week 16: @ Giants

Week 17: @ Cowboys

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR WATCH - OFFENSE:

1. Andrew Luck, QB, Dolphins (85 OVR)

2. Trent Richardson, RB, Bengals (88 OVR)

3. Justin Blackmon, WR, Rams (84 OVR)

4. Matt Barkley, QB, Redskins (79 OVR)

5. Robert Griffin, QB, Seahawks (78 OVR)

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR WATCH - DEFENSE:

1. Quinton Coples, DE, Broncos (83 OVR)

2. Vontaze Burfict, OLB, Bengals (82 OVR)

3. Morris Claiborne, CB, Vikings (81 OVR)

4. Devon Still, DT, Patriots (79 OVR)

5. Janoris Jenkins, CB, Lions (78 OVR)

MVP WATCH - PRESEASON:

1. Aaron Rodgers, QB, Packers (99 OVR)

2. Peyton Manning, QB, Colts (98 OVR)

3. Drew Brees, QB, Saints (98 OVR)

4. Tom Brady, QB, Patriots (98 OVR)

5. Cam Newton, QB, Panthers (88 OVR)

DPOY WATCH - PRESEASON:

1. Darrelle Revis, CB, Jets (99 OVR)

2. Jared Allen, DE, Vikings (98 OVR)

3. Ndamukong Suh, DT, Lions (95 OVR)

4. Patrick Willis, ILB, 49ers (98 OVR)

5. James Harrison, OLB, Steelers (95 OVR)

OPOY WATCH - PRESEASON:

1. Aaron Rodgers, QB, Packers (99 OVR)

2. Drew Brees, QB, Saints (98 OVR)

3. Cam Newton, QB, Panthers (88 OVR)

4. Arian Foster, RB, Texans (95 OVR)

5. Mike Wallace, WR, Steelers (91 OVR)

[N1kkadeemuz]

A few years ago I used to frequent the Madden boards on IGN.com. Guys used to do this all the time with full game recaps and pics, the whole 9. I enjoy it, good job man. So you using custom sliders?

[Catalyst]

Yeah, somewhere between all-pro and all-madden. I'm going to be uploading highlights if I can figure out how to do it properly.

[Catalyst]

WEEK 1 UPDATE:

Patriots 31, 49ers 21

Chiefs 22, Broncos 14

Bengals 24, Cowboys 7

Bears 30, Rams 3

Bills 27, Browns 7

Dolphins 23, Titans 16

Texans 24, Jets 14

Redskins 28, Giants 14

Panthers 24, Falcons 9

Lions 48, Packers 36

Raiders 23, Buccaneers 17

Eagles 27, Cardinals 24

Chargers 17, Saints 16

Colts 17, Jaguars 14 (O.T.)

Steelers 31, Ravens 28

Vikings 26, Seahawks 21

PANTHERS 24, FALCONS 9

Passing:

C. Newton: 14/20, 191 yards, 2 TD's, 1 INT (112.6 QBR)

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M. Ryan: 11/19, 162 yards, 1 INT (63.9 QBR)

Rushing:

J. Stewart: 12 carries, 63 yards (5.2 YPC)

D. Williams: 15 carries, 47 yards (3.1 YPC), 1 TD

C. Newton: 4 carries, 25 yards (6.2 YPC)

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M. Turner: 17 carries, 50 yards (2.9 YPC)

Receiving:

S. Smith: 3 rec, 66 yards, TD

D. Gettis: 4 rec, 63 yards

B. LaFell; 2 rec, 17 yards, TD

D. Williams: 2 rec, 24 yards

R. Brockel: 2 rec, 18 yards

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R. White: 3 rec, 99 yards

T. Gonzalez: 1 rec, 27 yards

J. Jones: 1 rec, 17 yards

Defensive:

J. Beason: 9 tackles

C. Johnson: 3 tackles, SACK

C. Munnerlyn: 2 tackles, INT

T. Davis: 7 tackles

G. Hardy: 4 tackles

J. Anderson: 4 tackles, forced fumble

S. Fua: 2 tackles, SACK

S. Martin: 3 tackles

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c. Lofton: 8 tackles

T. DeCoud: 7 tackles, INT

W. Moore: 7 tackles

B. Grimes: 5 tackles

S. Weatherspoon: 5 tackles

R. Edwards: 4 tackles, SACK

C. Johnson: 2 tackles, SACK

Special Teams:

O. Mare: 1/1 FG's (Long: 45)

K. Martens: 2 punts, 108 yards (42.0 NET AVG)

C. Rainey: 17.5 KR AVG, 11.0 PR AVG

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M. Bryant: 3/3 FG's (Long: 49)

M. Bosher: 3 punts, 132 yards (38.0 NET AVG)

E. Weems: 24.3 KR AVG, 16.3 PR AVG

INJURIES:

Saints DT Sedrick Ellis - OUT FOR SEASON (Broken Ankle)

Vikings C Brandon Fusco - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Quadricep)

Eagles OLB Ronnell Lewis - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn PCL)

49ers WR/KR Ted Ginn - OUT FOR SEASON (Fractured Elbow)

Packers WR Randall Cobb - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Ravens OG Marshal Yanda - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn ACL)

Colts OG Ryan Diem - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Bicep)

Giants DT Marvin Austin - OUT FOR SEASON (Torn Hamstring)

Lions WR/KR Stefan Logan - OUT FOR SEASON (Broken Leg)

Texans DE J.J. Watt - OUT FOR SEASON (Fractured Foot)

Patriots C Michael Brewster - 8 WEEKS (Partial PCL Tear)

Chargers OLB Whitney Mercilus - 4 WEEKS (Pulled Groin)

Dolphins SS Mark Barron - 4 WEEKS (Dislocated Hip)

Packers WR Donald Driver - 3 WEEKS (Broken Jaw)

Jets SS Jim Leonhard - 3 WEEKS (Partial Groin Tear)

Texans ILB Brian Cushing - 3 WEEKS (Partial Groin Tear)

Saints OLB Martez Wilson - 2 WEEKS (Dislocated Ankle)

Saints OLB Keenan Robinson - 2 WEEKS (Knee Sprain)

49ers DE Ray McDonald - 2 WEEKS (Broken Thumb)

Vikings OG Carl Nicks - 2 WEEKS (Broken Wrist)

Jets C Nick Mangold - 2 WEEKS (Cracked Ribs)

Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez - 2 WEEKS (Pulled Hamstring)

Giants DT Linval Joseph - 1 WEEK (Pulled Hamstring)

Jaguars CB Stephon Gilmore - 1 WEEK (Concussion)

WEEKLY AWARDS:

NFL Offensive POW: Wes Welker, WR, Patriots (11 rec, 197 yards, 3 TD's)

NFL Defensive POW: Brian Orakpo, OLB, Redskins (7 tackles, 2 SACKS, forced fumble)

NFC Offensive POW: Jay Cutler, QB, Bears (26/48, 324 yards, 3 TD's

AFC Defensive POW: Cameron Wake, OLB, Dolphins (4 tackles, SACK, forced fumble, fumble recovery, TD)

TRANSACTIONS - WEEK 1:

Vikings sign C Dominic Raiola (1 year)

Patriots sign DE Dave Ball (2 years)

Falcons sign P Drew Butler (UDFA, Georgia)

Giants sign K Carson Wiggs (UDFA, Purdue)

LEAGUE STORYLINES - WEEK 1:

Panthers: Defense improves, particularly in red zone.

Falcons: Turner's struggles continue, red zone offense dooms Falcons in loss to Panthers.

Buccaneers: Another below average game for Josh Freeman, but offensive line gave up 4 sacks to Raiders.

Saints: Drew Brees looked like Phillip Rivers from last season in loss to Chargers.

49ers: Alex Smith plays poorly, gets hurt, Kaepernick almost leads comeback. Why go back to Smith after this?

Rams: Bradford's struggles leave many wondering if QB was labeled a success too quickly.

Cardinals: Kolb spectacular against Eagles with 331 yards, 3 TD's. Cardinals defense was not.

Seahawks: Robert Griffin solid in debut/close loss, but overshadowed by teammate/fellow rookie Chris Polk.

Cowboys: Offensive struggles in Cincy lead to more questions about Romo.

Eagles: Jeremy Maclin torches Cards for 142 yards as Dennis Dixon plays well with Vick sidelined briefly.

Redskins: Rookie QB Barkley sharp in road upset over Giants.

Giants: Eli Manning struggles in upset loss to rookie-lead RedSkins.

Packers: Defensive struggles from postseason continue in shootout loss to Detroit.

Bears: Forte struggles, but Bears win thanks to big games from Cutler, defense.

Lions: Stafford briefly exits game in a scare, but returns to lead Lions to shootout win over Packers.

Vikings: Ponder's performance not pretty, but the Vikes get the job done.

Patriots: Brady near flawless, but defense nearly lets Kaepernick-lead 49ers come from behind.

Jets: Bad day for Sanchez only adds fuel to fire surrounding QB, coach Rex Ryan.

Bills: With Fred Jackson hurt early, C.J. Spiller's big day leads Bills to victory.

Dolphins: Pro debut far from perfect with 2 picks, but a lot to like about Luck - and the Dolphins defense.

Colts: Manning looks rusty, throwing 3 picks, but also 323 yards in overtime win over Jags.

Texans: Foster-lead rushing attack takes down Jets; Schaub efficient in win.

Jaguars: Is it time to start worrying about Blaine Gabbert yet?

Titans: Locker slow to get going, can't finish in close loss to Dolphins.

Browns: After one of the worst debuts imaginable, does Pat Shurmur bench Landry Jones for his own good?

Steelers: Big Ben far from spectacular, but just good enough to beat Ravens at home.

Ravens: Flacco gets his stats, but what Ravens really needs is for him to come through in crucial division games like this.

Bengals: Trent Richardson has big debut as Bengals young stars shine.

Raiders: Palmer leads steady passing game on off day for Raiders running game.

Chargers: Rivers turns in solid performance in win over Saints.

Chiefs: Pedestrian day for Matt Cassel, but lack of success on the ground a bigger concern. Still, a win's a win.

Broncos: 48 rushing attempts and just 95 passing yards raise questions about John Fox's offensive philosophy.

[SCMunnerlyn1]

C. Munnerlyn: 2 tackles, INT

oooooooo yeaaaaaaaaaa

[holderoftruth]

are you coming up with the headlines as well

rep and pi for the work

[KillerKat]

well it doesnt sound too far fetched...

[Catalyst]

are you coming up with the headlines as well

rep and pi for the work

Yeah, I just look over the results/stats and game logs and write the headlines based on what th media would be talking about in those situations.

[Catalyst]

Gonna try and get some clips up when they're worth watching. From the Falcons game: